Fully Funded Curtin University RTP Scholarship 2026 in Australia

Considering a research degree in Australia? The Curtin University Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship 2026 is a great chance for Australian and international students, including those from Pakistan, to study for a Master’s by Research or PhD at a top Australian research university. The Australian Government funds this scholarship for excellent students. It covers all tuition costs and offers a stipend to help with living expenses during postgraduate research.

Overview of the Scholarship

Host Country	Australia
Provider	Australian Government (via Curtin University)
Degree Level	Master’s by Research and PhD (Doctorate)
Eligible Courses	All research-based programs
Benefits	Fully Funded
Eligible Nationalities	All nationalities
Deadline	August 18, 2025

Eligible Fields of Study

Curtin University offers research opportunities across multiple faculties, including:

Centre for Aboriginal Studies
Faculty of Business and Law
Faculty of Humanities
Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty of Science and Engineering

Prospective candidates should ensure their research interests correspond with Curtin's main research areas.

Scholarship Benefits

The RTP scholarship is fully supported. It includes:

Tuition is fully covered for the length of the research program.
An annual stipend of AUD 37,500 is provided (for up to 3.5 years for Ph.D. students and 2 years for master's students).
There are potential extra funds for relocation, thesis preparation, and health coverage.
Access to Curtin's cutting-edge research facilities and expert supervision.

This rich package enables scholars to focus only on their research without financial constraints.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the RTP Scholarship at Curtin University, candidates should:

Fulfill the admission criteria for research degrees at Curtin.
Possess a Bachelor's degree with Honours (or its equivalent) for Master's applications, or a relevant Master's degree for PhD applications.
Show a solid history of academic and research achievement.
Offer evidence of English language skills (such as IELTS or TOEFL scores).
Obtain endorsement from a supervisor at Curtin University.
Not be the recipient of a similar award for research degree studies.